Month: April 2025

Google’s grip loosens: Is AI the search disruptor?

The emergence of AI-driven alternatives such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, and even Google’s own Gemini is ushering in a new era where traditional search is no longer the sole entry point to the web. (Photo: Unsplash)

Tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity are already changing how users navigate the web, challenging Google’s algorithmic dominance.

Goafest 2025: Igniting creativity, collaboration, and future of talent

Amid uncertain times, experts emphasize the growing importance of open dialogue, noting that Goafest provides a vital platform for the industry to unite, reflect, reset, and reimagine.

With record-breaking participation, fresh programming, and a bold future-ready theme, Goafest 2025 is poised to be a milestone edition, say industry leaders.

EXCLUSIVE: Karnataka govt to introduce whitelist for Real Money Gaming operators

If executed effectively, Karnataka’s move could set a precedent for other states, paving the way for a more structured and investment-friendly gaming industry across India.

The upcoming framework will also include provisions for age-gating, grievance redressal mechanisms, and player support systems—part of a broader “consumer-first” strategy aimed at curbing the influence of illegal betting and gambling services.

Zomato’s CEO Rakesh Ranjan to step down; Deepinder Goyal to take over ops

Rakesh Ranjan began his career as manager at Evalueserve, and then joined Diamond Management & Technology Consultants, and was then appointed by PwC as consultant. He also worked at Boston Consulting Group where he was elevated to project leader.

Ranjan will remain with the company in a different capacity, though Zomato’s founder and Chief Executive, Deepinder Goyal, is expected to assume his responsibilities in the interim.

Meta’s big India play: Boosting media agencies with AI, Reels, and Messaging

Edits is a standalone video editing tool—not part of Instagram or Facebook—that comes packed with advanced features built especially for smartphones.

At the recent Meta Marketing Summit – Agency Edition, held in Mumbai and Gurgaon, more than 350 senior agency professionals gathered to explore the evolving digital landscape and its implications for the future of agency-client relationships.

iD Fresh Food names Shobhit Malhotra as CEO – International Business

Shobhit Malhotra began his career as a management trainee at Unilever, and was elevated to brand manager. Then, he moved to Colgate-Palmolive as regional sales manager, and held various positions in different capacities.

Shobhit Malhotra was previously at Colgate-Palmolive where he led as vice president and general manager and managed all the GCC countries.